Hurricanes start Brandon Bussi again as Frederik Andersen's status raises questions
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 11:47 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
The Carolina Hurricanes will again start Brandon Bussi in Game 5 of the Stanley Cup Finals against an unnamed opponent. Bussi's strong performance in Game 4 helped tie the series at two games each. Meanwhile, the status of veteran goalie Frederik Andersen is unclear; he was previously indicated to be healthy but may now not even be the third-string goalie. The Hurricanes' decision to bring up Amir Miftakhov from the AHL raises concerns about Andersen's condition. Sources suggest he skated Thursday morning but did not participate in the morning skate ahead of Game 5.
- •Bussi starts again in Game 5 after winning Game 4.
- •Andersen's role remains uncertain; he skated but didn't join the morning skate.
- •Miftakhov was called up as a possible third goalie for tonight's game.
- •Series tied 2-2 heading into Game 5.
- 11:47 PMYahoo Sports — Hurricanes seem to be lying about goalie Frederik Andersen
"Carolina's goalie plan is changing during the Stanley Cup Finals.
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